Jackals
Director: Kevin Greutert
Actors: Deborah Kara Unger, Ben Sullivan, Chelsea Ricketts
PlotA distraught family hires a specialist to deprogram their son, Justin, who has been brainwashed by a violent cult. They take him to a secluded cabin in the woods, hoping to break the cult’s hold on him. As the process begins, tensions run high, and the family members confront both Justin and their own unresolved issues. The situation takes a dark turn when they realize that the cult will stop at nothing to retrieve him, aggressively surrounding the cabin and threatening their safety.
The isolated cabin becomes a battleground as the family struggles to defend themselves against the relentless cult members. With communication cut off and no means of escape, they must rely on their wits and inner strength to survive the nightmarish siege. As the night wears on, the true extent of the cult's influence over Justin is revealed, forcing the family to confront their worst fears and make desperate choices. The escalating violence outside is matched by growing tension within, creating an atmosphere of claustrophobic dread and uncertain survival.
Writers: Jared Rivet
Release Date: 28 Dec 2017
Runtime: 85 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Jackals hovers in mediocrity with familiar genre conventions, solid A/V, and decent features, making it a film worth a cursory glance but ultimately skippable.
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